GCELiterature in EnglishDrama Analysis2022

A dramatic monologue is best described as a speech in which

Atwo characters exchange opposing views on a subject
Ba single character reveals his thoughts and feelings to a silent audienceCORRECT
Cthe chorus comments on the actions of the protagonist
Da character addresses another character who responds immediately
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
A dramatic monologue involves one speaker who addresses a silent listener or audience, thereby revealing his inner thoughts, feelings, and character. It differs from a dialogue, which requires two active speakers, and from a chorus, which is a collective commentary device.
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